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Triple Jack raises $$ for local animal shelter in latest Round Tortola record attempt
NANNY CAY, VI- The goal of a new record was narrowly missed but the goal of raising funds for the Humane Society of the BVI was met on Saturday, November 18, 2023, when Triple Jack, the phoenix-like Kelsall 47 trimaran built in 1979, attempted to beat her Round Tortola record of 2:33:33 she set in 2015.
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Fahie fundraiser box to open from Oct 16-Nov 16, 2023- Patsy C. Lake
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – A fundraiser box setup for ex-Premier Andrew A. Fahie has already sparked controversy according to organizer Ms Patsy C. Lake, however, the popular businesswoman said that will not deter her from doing what she can to help a family member.
East Action Committee presents 2 smart TVs to Willard Wheatley Primary School
EAST END, Tortola, VI- The East Action Committee was put together only about a month ago, but it is already making a positive impact in the community.
Julian Willock & Kishma P. Forbes make donation to ETPS
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, BVI - In their continued efforts to give back to District Three, former Speaker of the House of Assembly (HoA) Mr Julian Willock and businesswoman Kishma P. Forbes of the Virgin Islands School and Office Supplies teamed up again to make a contribution.
‘Gumption’ wants to hear from Dameon Percival regarding $2900 donation
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Local philanthropist and entrepreneur Mr Allington O. Creque aka ‘Gumption’ has given Dameon Percival up to Monday, September 4, 2023, at 9:00 AM to make contact with him or he will be forced to take action.
Xmas in July 2023 event organizers donate $6,000 to Beyond the Reef
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Wally Castro Marine, the organisers of the Xmas in July 2023 event have donated $6,000 to Beyond the Reef, a nonprofit organisation in the [British] Virgin Islands that focuses on marine environmental education and preservation efforts.
Gumption’s challenge raises $3500 for struggling FSN pantry
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Local resident and businessman with a heart of gold Mr Allington O. Creque aka ‘Gumption’ has used his creativity and will to help raise some $3500 for Family Support Network’s pantry.
Haycraft family honours late Peter Haycraft through monetary gift to HLSCC
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The family of the late businessman, philanthropist, and avid sailor Mr Peter Haycraft, OBE is honouring his legacy by supporting young people pursuing careers in the marine industry through a monetary gift to the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College’s (HLSCC) Centre for Applied Marine Studies.
2023 Leverick Bay Poker Run winner donates 25% of $$ prize to FSN
SETTING POINT, Anegada, VI- The winner of the 19th Annual Leverick Bay Poker Run, Peter Penman, while thrilled to have won the event, has decided to donate a portion of his prize monies to charity.
BVIHSA receives Blood Bank equipment from Rotary Club of Tortola
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) has received a donation of Blood Bank equipment courtesy of the Rotary Club of Tortola.
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